World-class care – with a social mission
Patient-Focused Physician Roles
Explore Clinical Associate Model physician positions. Serve communities and transform lives.
Clinical Associate Model (CAM)
The Clinical Associate Model (CAM) is UC Davis Health’s innovative approach to expanding access to specialty care across Northern California. Designed to deliver high-quality, patient-centered services closer to home, CAM strengthens the connection between community-based care and our subspecialty expertise. This model benefits patients, physicians, and departments alike — creating a scalable framework for growth and improved satisfaction. CAM physician roles prioritize work within the clinic, with most departments offering no on-call requirements.
Departments Offering CAM Positions
Below are the specialties currently hiring Clinical Associate Model positions:
New Folsom Medical Care Clinic
The new Folsom Medical Care Clinic offers primary and specialty care to patients throughout the Folsom, El Dorado Hills, and foothills region. Providing pediatric and family medicine, as well as cardiology, neurology, hematology and oncology, sports medicine and much more all within the Folsom Center for Health campus, allowing for better collaboration amongst providers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Clinical Associate Model is a care delivery framework designed to improve patient access to specialty care and streamline outpatient services across the Greater Sacramento region.
CAM physicians work within the Community Physicians Group at multiple locations throughout Greater Sacramento, bringing specialty care closer to home for patients.
More information about our clinic locations
For Patients: Our dedicated associate physicians at local clinics deliver high-quality care, giving patients easier access to specialty services in convenient locations. This approach reduces wait times for appointments and enhances overall satisfaction.
For Physicians: CAM offers physicians clearly defined clinical roles within a flexible employment model — featuring competitive salaries and performance bonuses, with most departments offering no on-call requirements. This structure supports work-life balance while maintaining professional fulfillment.
The CAM role is designed for Medical Staff Physicians focusing on clinic-based visits and outpatient procedures. Physicians are hired on 12-month renewable contracts and enjoy access to UC’s robust benefits and retirement packages.
Learn more about UC benefits